Summary

Dr. Joseph Merchant is an oncologist who specializes in cancer care with 33 years of experience treating patients. He earned his medical degree from the University of Iowa and has dedicated his career to helping patients navigate cancer diagnoses and treatment. Dr. Merchant is fluent in both English and Spanish, allowing him to serve a diverse patient population.

Dr. Merchant practices at multiple locations throughout central Iowa, including Boone, Marshalltown, Ames, and Jefferson. He is affiliated with Mary Greeley Medical Center, Boone County Hospital, UnityPoint Health, Greene County Medical Center, and UnityPoint Health Marshalltown. His expertise includes treating lung cancer and both primary and metastatic breast cancer. He performs essential diagnostic tests such as complete blood counts and kidney function assessments to monitor patient health during treatment. Patients have given Dr. Merchant an average rating of 4.0 on Vitals.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 33 years of experience
  • speaks English, Spanish
  • University Of Iowa
  • 1 written review
  • 1 specialty
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 5 hospital affiliations
  • 7 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Joseph James Merchant has 7 locations

Mcfarland Clinic Pc Boone

1015 Union StBoone, IA 50036
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mcfarland Clinic

421 W MERLE HIBBS BLVDMARSHALLTOWN, IA 50158
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Mary Greeley Medical Center

1111 Duff AveAmes, IA 50010
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Mcfarland Clinic Pc

1215 Duff AveAmes, IA 50010
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

Mcfarland Clinic

106 W Washington St Ste 2Jefferson, IA 50129
Mon8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tue8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Wed8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Thu8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fri8:00 am - 5:00 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Greene County Medical Center

1000 W Lincoln WayJefferson, IA 50129

William R Bliss Cancer Center

1111 Duff AveAmes, IA 50010
Mon7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Tue7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Wed7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Thu7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Fri7:30 am - 5:00 pm
Sat8:00 am - 12:00 pm
SunClosed

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Dr. Joseph James Merchant, MDDr. Sarah Anne Tofilon, MDDr. Larry Arlin Otteman, MDDr. Mark Michael Guffy, MD
OncologyOncologyHematologyInternal Medicine
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.7 
33 Years of Experience 20 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Spanish
Boone , IAFort Dodge , IAJefferson , IAAmes , IA
Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: University Of Iowa Med School: University Of Iowa Roy J And Lucille A Carver College Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Joseph James Merchant

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Medical Specialties

Dr. Joseph James Merchant has the following specialty

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Joseph James Merchant has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Acute Myeloid Leukemia
  • Anemia
  • Bone Marrow Transplant
  • Cancer
  • Chemotherapy
  • Chronic B-Cell Lymphocytic Leukemia
  • Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
  • Chronic Myelomonocytic Leukemia
  • Deep Vein Thrombosis
  • Hepatitis C
  • Hodgkin's Lymphoma
  • Leukemia
  • Lymphoma
  • Myelodysplastic Syndromes
  • Myelofibrosis
  • Myeloma
  • Myeloproliferative Disorders

Certifications, License, & Education

33 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Iowa, 2027, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

University Of IowaGraduated in 1993

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Dr. Joseph Merchant accept my insurance?
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Which hospitals is Dr. Joseph Merchant affiliated with?
Dr. Joseph Merchant is affiliated with Mary Greeley Medical Center, Boone County Hospital, UnityPoint Health, Greene County Medical Center, and Unitypoint Health Marshalltown.
Where is Dr. Joseph Merchant's office located?
Dr. Joseph Merchant's office is located at 1015 Union St, Boone, IA, 50036.
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